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Position DescriptionFlagstaff Academy seeks an Elementary School Assistant Principal for the 2024-25 school year. The Assistant Principal will provide leadership and vision in the ongoing planning, implementation, development, analysis, and evaluation of the Elementary School’s curriculum, instructional services, assessment, research, and evaluation services. The Assistant Principal ensures that the school’s education objectives are aligned to the Colorado Academic Standards and the Core Knowledge sequence. The Assistant Principal reports to the Executive Principal and participates as a member of the Leadership team. The Elementary Assistant Principal will have supervisory oversight for Elementary School instructional and support staff of Flagstaff Academy.
We are seeking an Assistant Principal who:
We are seeking an Assistant Principal who:
- Possesses excellent people skills, presents a positive image of the school, and will listen to input and make a decision when necessary.
- Inspires trust, has high levels of self-confidence and optimism, and models high standards of integrity and personal performance.
- Is a strong communicator; speaking, listening and writing.
- Supports all aspects of instructional and curriculum integration of technology.
- Supervises the administration and analysis of all state and local assessments
- Participates in the supervision process of teachers through classroom observations and coaching through a cycle of continuous improvement.
- Maintains involvement and partnerships with the School Accountability Committee, Parent Teacher Organization, Board of Directors, and appropriate civic groups.
- Leadership
- Develop, evaluate, and lead direct reports in their role as leaders in the building.
- Execute the Strategic Plan with the Executive Principal by focusing on student success and academic excellence.
- Implement the school’s educational design, including standards, assessments, instructional guidelines, ability grouping, and school culture. Oversee and ensure compliance and coordination of statewide and school assessments.
- Cultivate opportunities to showcase Flagstaff Academy by attending and presenting to local, state, regional, and national professional educational
organizations. Establish Flagstaff as an academic leader by staying current with academic developments and trends.
- Representing Flagstaff Academy in a positive light in the community, student recruiting, and marketing.
- Relationship Building
- Represent the school by planning or attending outside activities such as district meetings, student recruitment events, and community functions.
- Lead staff through data disaggregation processes in conjunction with other academic leaders.
- Aid and participate in the administration of the MTSS process, including Tier 2 and Tier 3 support.
- Support parents and relationships between families and the school.
- Work with teachers, parents, and Registrar to develop class lists and optimize student/teacher relationships.
- Management
- Plan, attend, and lead school faculty meetings.
- Provide administrative support to teachers who request it for parent conferences or communication.
- Comply with all social services regulations, including mandatory reporting of allegations of abuse.
- Assist with all safety and emergency drills and operations.
- Support Human Resources in the maintenance and organization of teacher credentials and annual evaluations.
- Assist in the development and management of the annual operating budget.
- Assessment Coordination - Schedule, train, and oversee student data collection and management including iReady, CMAS, and ACCESS testing.
- Assist in management of student data using internal documents, Infinite Campus, and applicable data warehouses.
- Academic Leadership
- Analyze multiple forms of student data and make appropriate recommendations for curriculum, instructional enhancements, and professional development.
- Participate in the supervision and evaluation process for all faculty members, assisting with screening, selecting, assigning, supervising, and evaluating performance.
- Plan and lead professional development and professional learning communities.
- Facilitate regular data meetings with teachers to discuss student performance and foster an environment of continuous improvement.
- Confer with teachers regarding instructional practices, techniques, coaching, including the development and administration of improvement plans as needed.
- Ensure Special Education, IEP, Gifted and Talented, MTSS, and 504 programs meet federal and state regulations.
- Behavior and Culture
- Direct the implementation of the CHAMPS classroom management program, PBIS, and Restorative Discipline Plan in the school.
- Maintain effective and timely communication with parents, teachers, staff, and students regarding questions and issues regarding behavior.
- Promote a kind and restorative culture among the faculty, staff, students and families.
- Understanding of the State Unified Improvement Planning Process.
- Understanding of research-proven instructional strategies and coaching models.
- Ability to interpret and communicate student data, including iReady and Colorado Growth and Achievement models (CMAS).
- Comprehensive knowledge of and experience with the implementation of the Colorado Academic Standards and familiarity with the Core Knowledge Sequence.
- Entrepreneurial spirit and the capability to embrace change.
- Strong systems orientation, teamwork, and commitment to follow through.
- Master’s degree in Education, Education Administration, Curriculum and Instruction, or related field.
- Licensed as a teacher and a principal in the State of Colorado.
- At least 5 years of teaching experience and a minimum of 3 years experience as a school leader with a proven track-record of success.
- General understanding of instructional technology and Google Apps for Education.
- Demonstrated experience in effectively solving challenging problems through a positive, collaborative approach.
- Demonstrated experience in professional staff development resulting in improved student outcomes.
- Demonstrated experience in the design, implementation, or management of curriculum, instructional practices, and teacher development.
- Demonstrated success leading strategic educational initiatives that result in measurable improvements in student achievement.
- Detailed knowledge of the Core Knowledge sequence, instructional technology, and innovative teaching practices.
- Experience and knowledge of budget preparation and management in alignment with strategic priorities.
- Professional experience in science or technical field, or demonstrated educational experience in integrating science and technology into academic disciplines.
About Flagstaff Academy Charter SchoolLocated in Longmont, Flagstaff Academy is a tuition-free public charter school serving grades kindergarten through eighth. Our school also offers a tuition-based full- and part-time preschool program for three and four year olds.
Since its founding in 2005, Flagstaff Academy has grown into Longmont’s premier science and technology school. As a public charter school, Flagstaff Academy is operated by a board of directors made up of parents and community members. Our school serves approximately 800 students and is part of the St. Vrain Valley School District.
MissionThe Mission of Flagstaff Academy is to develop students who are equipped to be well-rounded, ethical leaders in the world community with a foundation based on science and technology.
Guiding Principles
Flagstaff Academy Offers an Extensive Benefit Package:
Since its founding in 2005, Flagstaff Academy has grown into Longmont’s premier science and technology school. As a public charter school, Flagstaff Academy is operated by a board of directors made up of parents and community members. Our school serves approximately 800 students and is part of the St. Vrain Valley School District.
MissionThe Mission of Flagstaff Academy is to develop students who are equipped to be well-rounded, ethical leaders in the world community with a foundation based on science and technology.
Guiding Principles
- Provide a K-8 Core Knowledge-based education with a science and technology focus that challenges students to achieve their academic potential.
- Provide opportunities for scientific and technological exploration.
- Pursue excellence in every student and employee.
- Promote, value, and recognize academic achievement and creativity.
- Welcome an academically diverse student population.
- Respect the individual, classroom, school, community, and world.
Flagstaff Academy Offers an Extensive Benefit Package:
- Medical & Rx - Employees can choose between two UMR healthcare plans, a PPO or a HDHP, with prescription coverage through OptumRx.
- Teledoc - At no cost to employees, Flagstaff Academy provides access to a telehealth program that offers medical and behavioral health visits via video or telephone.
- Dental - Dental insurance is provided through Delta Dental of Colorado with Flagstaff Academy paying the full cost for the employee’s coverage.
- Vision - A voluntary vision insurance plan is available through VSP.
- Flexible Spending Accounts - A medical FSA is available for those covered under the UMR PPO plan, allowing employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for unreimbursed healthcare costs. A dependent care FSA is available for employees to pay for qualifying dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
- Health Savings Account - A HSA partners with coverage under the UMR HDHP plan, allowing employees to contribute funds on a pre-tax basis to use or save for eligible healthcare expenses now and in the future. Flagstaff Academy contributes $720.00 to the HSA for employee only coverage or $1,200.00 for employee + dependent(s) coverage.
- PERA Retirement - In lieu of Social Security, public employees in the state of Colorado contribute to a tax-deferred retirement account that is administered by Colorado PERA.
Employees contribute 11% of monthly earnings while Flagstaff Academy contributes 21.4% to the PERA pension trust fund on the employee’s behalf.
- Life/AD&D insurance - Flagstaff Academy provides a Life/AD&D insurance policy with a
- Short Term Disability - Flagstaff Academy provides a Short Term Disability policy for each eligible employee.
- Paid Time Off - Employees are granted PTO based on years of service and number of contract days. Part-time employees are granted PTO prorated at the percentage of a 40-hour week.
- Free Childcare - Staff can access childcare before/after school, as well as during all professional development days, through our Dragon Flight program.
- Employee Appreciation - Flagstaff Academy offers an unmatched employee appreciation program throughout the school year.
- Voluntary Retirement Options - Employees may choose to contribute additional funds through payroll deductions to either a 401(k) or 457(b) plan offered through PERA Plus.
- Life/AD&D Insurance - Additional term life insurance is available at a group rate for coverage of employee, employee’s spouse, and employee’s child(ren).
- Long Term Disability - Long term disability insurance is available at a group rate.
- Aflac - Aflac Accident and Aflac Critical Illness plans are available at a group rate.
- Norton LifeLock - Two plans for iIdentity theft protection are available at a group rate.
To apply, send a letter of interest, a current resume, and three letters of recommendation/reference to employment@flagstaffacademy.org, or by mail to Employment, Flagstaff Academy, 2040 Miller Drive, Longmont, CO 80501.
Flagstaff Academy is an equal opportunity employer.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job. Flagstaff Academy reserves the right to modify any descriptions contained herein provided such changes are publicly posted and disclosed to all applicants.
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